Sleipner Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sleipner Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 17.98 N,1 46.104 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.299667
  • Longitude: -1.768400
Wreck Depth 85 m
Water Depth 95 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SLEIPNER
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Tonnage 1066
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 16, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 28, 1999

Surveying Details

H01001/40 SUNK IN 581800N, 014600W, APPROX. (N.I.D). H056/40 20.4.40 SUNK IN 582700N, 015000W, APPROX. (ROSYTH LIST, 10.4.40). SUNK 50 MILES N OF RATTRAY HEAD. (TRADE DIVISION - OU 6353A).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-14. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PASSAGE METHIL FOR ESBJERG. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the SLEIPNER wreck located?

The SLEIPNER wreck is located at coordinates 58 17.98 N,1 46.104 W.

How deep is the SLEIPNER and where exactly is it located?

The SLEIPNER lies at a depth of about 85 meters and is located at coordinates 58 17.98 N,1 46.104 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SLEIPNER?

The seabed around the SLEIPNER lies at approximately 95 meters deep.

When did the SLEIPNER sink?

The SLEIPNER sank on Feb 16, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SLEIPNER discovered?

The wreck of the SLEIPNER was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SLEIPNER belong to?

The SLEIPNER belonged to DK.

What cargo was the SLEIPNER carrying?

The SLEIPNER was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the SLEIPNER?

The SLEIPNER had a tonnage of 1066 tons.

What type of wreck is the SLEIPNER?

The SLEIPNER is classified as a steam ship.

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